Free to download
Use NanoVoice with Apple Speech for basic dictation before deciding whether Lifetime features are worth it.
NanoVoice
Free dictation app
Try Mac dictation before paying for it.
NanoVoice starts free with Apple Speech. Use the core shortcut-to-paste dictation workflow, then upgrade only if local Whisper, templates, and Meeting Mode are useful for your work.
Download NanoVoice
Free. Lifetime is $4.99 one-time. Purchase a license
NanoVoice
Menu bar dictation for Mac
⌃⌘W
1Speak in any Mac text field
2Paste polished text at the cursor
3Keep recordings and meetings local
Free to start
Apple Speech is included. Lifetime adds local Whisper, templates, Meeting Mode, themes, and BYOK providers.
Apple Speech included
The free tier uses Apple's on-device speech recognition for everyday voice-to-text capture.
Same shortcut workflow
Free dictation still uses the NanoVoice shortcut and paste-at-cursor workflow.
No account
NanoVoice does not make you sign up just to try Mac dictation.
Upgrade for templates
Lifetime adds structured formatting, local Whisper, Meeting Mode, themes, and BYOK providers.
No forced trial countdown
The free tier is meant to be useful on its own, with the paid upgrade reserved for deeper workflows.
Free vs paid
The free tier is for simple dictation. Lifetime is for workflow.
If you only need quick speech-to-text, free Apple Speech dictation may be enough. NanoVoice gives that flow a dedicated menu bar UI and keyboard-first paste behavior.
Upgrade when you want local Whisper dictation, templates, themes, and private meeting transcription.
Frequently asked questions
Is NanoVoice a free dictation app for Mac?
NanoVoice is free to download and use for basic dictation with Apple's on-device speech recognition. Lifetime is optional and adds advanced features.
What do I get in the paid version?
Lifetime adds local Whisper transcription, Meeting Mode, templates, themes, recordings upgrades, and local or BYOK text enhancement.
Do I need a subscription?
No. NanoVoice has a free tier and a one-time Lifetime upgrade. It is not a monthly dictation subscription.
Small app.
Serious dictation.
Download NanoVoice for free. Press ⌃⌘W and get words where you are already typing.
Download NanoVoice
Free. Lifetime is $4.99 one-time. Purchase a license